Candy Crush kale is a distinctive and visually appealing variety of kale known for its vibrant, multi-colored leaves and striking appearance. This variety is celebrated for its attractive, frilly foliage that transitions through shades of purple, pink, and green, reminiscent of a candy-colored kaleidoscope. Developed as part of a broader effort to enhance the visual appeal and flavor profiles of leafy greens, Candy Crush kale combines ornamental beauty with nutritional benefits. To grow Candy Crush kale, start by sowing seeds directly into well-drained, fertile soil, ideally with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. It thrives in cooler weather, so plant seeds in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest. Space plants about 12-18 inches apart to ensure adequate airflow and prevent disease. Regular watering and occasional feeding with a balanced fertilizer will support vigorous growth. With its colorful, curly leaves and robust flavor, Candy Crush kale adds both a nutritional boost and an aesthetic touch to any garden or dish.
The large, red stalks of the Giant Red celery have a wonder flavor, some prefer it over green stalks! The Giant Red celery is a hidden gem. This variety is by far the best tasting celery you can grow! The yellow-pink hearts of the Giant Red are great in salads or soup and it grows great throughout the United States.
The Colorful Garden Blend is a beautiful and delicious mix of green, purple and yellow garden beans. A fun way to grow a beautiful mixture of garden beans. This gourmet blend is excellent for fresh eating and canning. All bush varieties that are high yielding and mature around the same time! Even mix of Slenderette, Royal Burgundy Purple and Cherokee Wax.
The Galaxy of Stars Eggplant is a breathtaking purple and white variety with a delicious flavor that is out of this world! This plump eggplant variety's unique striations will remind you of a galaxy full of stars. This plant produces fruits that are 3-4 inches long and are topped with a green calyx.
The Early Purple Sprouting broccoli is an heirloom broccoli bred for overwintering! This variety produces lots of beautiful purple broccoli sprouts in the spring. The Early Purple Sprouting grows slowly through the winter; very frost hardy.
Black Magic kale is a modern, improved selection of the traditional Tuscan or Lacinato (dinosaur) kale, originally grown in Italy for centuries. It features long, deeply savoyed blue-green to near-black leaves with a beautifully rich, earthy flavor and sweeter notes that intensify after a light frost. Bred for darker color, tender texture, and strong performance, Black Magic offers excellent leaf quality for salads, sautés, and soups, often with less bitterness than standard kales. Vigorous and hardy, it produces a steady harvest of uniform leaves, making it popular with both home gardeners and market growers who appreciate its striking appearance and delicious, versatile taste.
Malbec Red carrot seeds produce a striking, modern carrot variety bred for its deep wine-red color and exceptional nutritional value, with roots rich in anthocyanins and a sweet, earthy flavor. Malbec Red draws inspiration from traditional purple carrots while offering improved uniformity, smoother skin, and reliable performance in home gardens. The tapered roots typically reach 8–10 inches long with vibrant red flesh that holds much of its color when cooked. For best results, sow seeds directly in loose, stone-free soil in early spring or late summer, as carrots transplant poorly. Grow Malbec Red carrots in full sun, keep soil consistently moist during germination, thin seedlings early for straight roots, and harvest when roots reach full size for the best flavor and color.
A crossing of a Permagreen Bell pepper and an Early Jalapeno variety bred by New Mexico State in 1995. A flavorful variety of pepper known for its vibrant, citrusy tang paired with a mild to medium heat. This pepper is often recognized for its bright yellow to orange color and its zesty, lemon-like aroma, which makes it stand out in both culinary and ornamental uses. They can be used fresh, dried, or in sauces to add a refreshing, tangy kick to dishes, and are particularly popular in salsas, salads, and marinades.
The Orient Wonder bean is a white seeded yard-long bean with tender pods. This type of pole bean is sometimes called asparagus or yard-long bean. Popular in warm and humid areas, where plants are vigorously vining. Extra-long, slender pods are slow to form seeds, resulting in more tender beans that can be harvested over an extended period. Orient Wonder is popular for specialty and ethnic markets and superior to standard strains due to its ability to set in cooler climates.
Opal Creek is a unique cross of a golden snow pea and a green snap pea. Produces a mild pea with flattened pods of a snow pea. Grows on 5-6 foot vines that produce an abundance of delicious yellow pods.
Parsley peas are a unique and flavorful variety of snap peas, known for their distinctive, richly aromatic foliage and vibrant, tender pods. Unlike traditional pea varieties, parsley peas feature a subtle parsley-like flavor in addition to the sweet, crisp taste of the peas themselves. This variety is characterized by its elegant, finely cut leaves that resemble parsley, adding both visual appeal and an aromatic twist to the garden. The plants produce straight, green pods that typically reach 2 to 3 inches in length, ideal for snacking, salads, or stir-fries. Parsley peas are appreciated for their vigorous growth and high yield, coupled with their ability to thrive in cooler weather conditions. They are generally low-maintenance and require minimal staking, making them well-suited for both garden beds and containers. Their distinctive taste and attractive foliage make parsley peas a charming and flavorful addition to any vegetable garden.
The Cosmic Purple carrot is absolutely amazing! This beautiful purple carrot is bright yellow and orange inside! Cosmic Purple carrots have a tapered 7" shape and a very sweet taste, that has extra healthy anti-oxidants. This carrot is quite popular at farmers markets.
Goya is a large round extra firm eggplant is extremely well suited for preparing pastes, dips, and sauces. It yields very consistent firm fruit with a good shelf life. The fruits are round, to globe-shaped, with a green spineless flat calyx. It is an early variety with a strong growing plant for indoor and outdoor planting.
Caserta squash is a distinctive heirloom variety of summer squash with a rich history and notable characteristics. Originating from Italy, Caserta squash has been cherished for its unique appearance and exceptional flavor. The squash is characterized by its small to medium size, with a slightly elongated shape and smooth, pale green skin that often has a subtle, mottled pattern. The flesh is tender and creamy, offering a mild, nutty flavor that enhances a variety of dishes, from stir-fries to gratins. Caserta squash typically reaches harvestable maturity in about 50 to 60 days from planting, and the plants exhibit a bushy, compact growth habit, making them well-suited for smaller garden spaces. They thrive in warm, well-drained soil and prefer full sun exposure. The plants are prolific producers, yielding an abundance of tender, flavorful squash throughout the growing season. With its unique color, mild flavor, and manageable growth habits, Caserta squash is a valuable addition to both culinary gardens and farm-to-table dining experiences. The Caserta Zucchini is an early bush cocozelle that was a 1949 AAS winner.
Redarling Brussels sprout seeds produce a unique and colorful twist on a classic cool-season crop, offering vibrant reddish-purple sprouts that retain their color even after cooking. Bred for improved cold tolerance and rich pigmentation, Redarling plants grow about 30–36 inches tall and yield compact, flavorful 1–1.5 inch sprouts with a mildly sweet, nutty taste, especially after exposure to frost. Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost and transplant into well-drained, fertile soil in full sun, spacing plants 18–24 inches apart. They require consistent watering, occasional feeding, and staking for support as they mature over 140–160 days. Ideal for roasting, sautéing, or adding color to fall and winter dishes, Redarling Brussels sprouts are both ornamental and delicious, making them a standout in the garden and kitchen.
These round fruit have a beautiful deep violet pleated skin with a touch of cream under the stem. The 4-5 inch eggplants have a meaty and mild tasting white flesh with a very eggplant texture. The Prosperosa is a favorite for its eye-catching shape and color, making it the perfect addition to any garden!
The Brilliant celeriac is a large round root related to celery! This celeriac plant produces a a large round root with dark green celery-like leaves and a white flesh. Brilliant is a great addition to any meal as it adds a great flavor!
The Marrow Segev Squash has a small growth habit with great, big yields! This type of squash matures in just 47 days and produces spineless, creamy green fruits. This variety is a parthenocarpic squash so no pollination is needed. The Marrow Segev is known for its rich flavor and white flesh that is resistant to powdery mildew.
